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About Willowbrae

Willowbrae forms part of Edinburgh's eastern residential belt, easily reached via London Road (A1) from the city centre or Portobello Road for coastal connections. The area sits just 3km from Princes Street, making it popular with commuters using the frequent bus services along these main arteries. With over 200 EV charging points nearby and good links to the A720 bypass, it's well-connected for both local journeys and longer trips. The neighbourhood's IKEA store has become an unmistakable landmark for the whole of east Edinburgh.

Where is Willowbrae on the map?

Willowbrae is in Scotland, at 55.950, -3.146 - about 2 km south-east of Abbeyhill.

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What is the closest airport to Willowbrae?

The closest airport to Willowbrae is Edinburgh Airport, 18 km (about 30 min by car).

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